Assistant Teaching Professor of Community Impact Program – Boise State University

Academic Opportunity: Assistant Teaching Professor of Community Impact Program – Boise State University

• Institution: Boise State University

• Academic Unit / Program: Community Impact Program (CIP) and Interdisciplinary Professional Studies (IPS), College of Arts and Sciences

• Job ID: 499716

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 10-Month, Renewable, Non-Tenure-Track Teaching Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Teaching Professor

• Teaching Load: Typically 2-2

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 67.03 lakh annually

• Location: Boise, Idaho, United States

• Opening Date: September 15, 2026

• Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

• Expected Start Date: January 2027

• Travel Requirement: Occasional year-round travel to partner communities in Southwestern Idaho

Overview of Role

Boise State University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor of Community Impact Program within the Community Impact Program and Interdisciplinary Professional Studies program.

The position focuses on expanding access to applied educational opportunities across Idaho through community-engaged teaching, place-based learning, student recruitment, advising, partnership development, and program assessment, particularly in rural and regional communities.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching – 40%

• Teach assigned Community Impact Certificate courses, typically with a 2-2 teaching load.

• Develop student-centered and high-impact learning experiences.

• Deliver instruction through workshops, short-format courses, and flexible learning models.

• Continuously improve Community Impact Certificate offerings.

Community Engagement, Recruitment & Partnerships – 45%

• Support recruitment and advising of Community Impact Certificate students.

• Coordinate outreach and partnerships with the Community Outreach and Partnerships Coordinator.

• Build relationships with:

  • Community organizations

  • Local governments

  • Schools

  • Nonprofits

  • Employers and other regional partners

• Participate in community events, workshops, information sessions, and outreach activities.

• Identify community learning needs and educational opportunities.

• Promote educational pathways that help learners progress into further university programs.

• Coordinate guest speakers and engagement with Boise State faculty and staff.

Program Development & Institutional Service – 10%

• Support assessment of learner outcomes, participation, and community impact.

• Maintain and use program data to track learners, partnerships, and educational pathways.

• Use assessment findings to improve curriculum, outreach, and learner support.

• Participate in university committees related to community engagement and applied learning.

• Contribute to grant proposals, partnership agreements, and program-development initiatives when appropriate.

• Document and communicate program outcomes.

Other Duties – 5%

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or terminal degree in a relevant discipline such as:

  • Education

  • Social Sciences

  • Humanities

  • Communication

  • Business

  • Related fields

• At least three years of experience in one or more of the following:

  • Adult learning

  • Non-traditional education

  • Community engagement

  • Workforce training

• Evidence of successful teaching and student-centered curriculum development.

• Demonstrated success developing or managing partnerships with employers or community organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with Idaho communities, particularly rural communities.

• Experience developing:

  • Micro-credentials

  • Non-credit training

  • Alternative educational pathways

• Experience in rural or regional outreach.

• Employer-collaboration experience.

• Community-based project management or grant-administration experience.

Skills & Knowledge

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Knowledge of adult learning and community-engaged education.

• Understanding of place-based and applied instructional approaches.

• Ability to teach through flexible delivery models.

• Knowledge of stackable credentials and learner progression.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.

• Project-management and organizational abilities.

• Ability to use assessment and program data for continuous improvement.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching Philosophy Statement

4. Contact Information for Three Professional References

Benefits

Eligible faculty benefits include:

• 10.76% university contribution to the ORP retirement fund.

• Medical, dental, and other health-related insurance.

• Tuition-fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents.

• Dual Career Assistance support for eligible spouses and partners.

• Additional Boise State employee benefits.

Application Process

• Application Link: https://jobs.boisestate.edu/jobs/assistant-teaching-professor-of-community-impact-program-boise-idaho-united-states

• Job ID: 499716

• Application Deadline: October 11, 2026

• Contact: Jon Schneider

• Email: jonschneider@boisestate.edu

Official Program Website: https://www.boisestate.edu/ruraleducation/